Citroën_C3_Aircross
Citroën C3 Aircross
Motor vehicle
The Citroën C3 Aircross is a name designated to several vehicle produced under the Citroën marque, from the French automaker PSA Group, and later Stellantis.
| Citroën C3 Aircross | |
|---|---|
2018 Citroën C3 Aircross | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Citroën[lower-alpha 1] |
| Also called | Citroën Aircross (Latin America, 2016–2020) Citroën C4 Aircross (standalone model, China) |
| Production | 2010–2020 (Latin America) 2017–present (Europe) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
The first vehicle using the nameplate is the Brazilian version of C3 Picasso MPV, decorated to mimic an SUV exterior design, which was produced between 2010 and 2020. It was renamed to the Citroën Aircross since 2016.
In 2017, the second vehicle using this nameplate was released in Europe, It is an urban SUV launched in that replaces the C3 Picasso. In 2023, the nameplate was also used for a larger SUV for emerging markets such as India and South America with optional third row seating.
| C3 Picasso-based model (Latin America) | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Citroën Aircross (facelift) |
| Production | 2010–2020 |
| Assembly | Brazil: Porto Real (PSA Brasil) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Citroën C3 Picasso Citroën C3 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Petrol: 1.5L 8V 1.6 L EP6 VTi 16V I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,540 mm (100.0 in)[1] |
| Length | 4,279 mm (168.5 in)[1] |
| Width | 1,723 mm (67.8 in)[1] |
| Height | 1,697 mm (66.8 in)[1] |
| Kerb weight | 1,387 kg (3,058 lb)[1] |
The Citroën C3 Aircross for Latin America is a mini SUV close with the global Citroën C3 Picasso. It was first announced by Citroën's Brazilian division in August 2010. The C3 Aircross is manufactured in Porto Real, Brazil, and was launched in the country in September 2010.[2] It was exported to selected markets such as Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Colombia and Costa Rica.
Compared with the global C3 Picasso, the restyled C3 Aircross has raised suspension, chrome roof bars, mirror covers, side skirts and a rear spare tyre.[3][4] The C3 Aircross is based on the Brazilian first generation Citroën C3, when the global C3 Picasso is based on the global Peugeot 207 SW.[5] The C3 Aircross is capable of running on E85 Bioethanol.[6]
Ivan Segal, the managing director of Citroën of Brazil predicted sales of 30,000 Aircross models in a full year at launch,[2] but lowered this expectation in 2011 to 2,000 Aircross models per month. Segal wanted to achieve this by targeting "young and adventurous" buyers.[7]
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In May 2011, a non-crossover model derived from the C3 Aircross was launched. Although called C3 Picasso, it was closer to the C3 Aircross (same platform, same grill, same interior, no tailgate) than to the global C3 Picasso.[8]
Late 2014, Citroën C3 Aircross Lunar showcar was revealed at São Paulo International Motor Show.[9]
Design and features
The Aircross features an upholstered fabric interior, with corduroy or leather options.[10] The engine supports are designed to collapse downwards slightly in a front end impact to prevent the engine from invading the cabin and injuring passengers. The C3 Aircross SX and Exclusive models have ABS, one of the few vehicles on sale in the Brazilian market with this feature.[11]
The C3 Aircross was designed with an obligation for green materials to be used where viable. 20 kg (44.1 lb) of the vehicle's polymers, include the parcel shelf, boot carpet, and partial use in the doors, are from natural fibres to meet this target.[12]
Engines
In Brazil, the Aircross is available with a four speed automatic or five speed manual gearbox.[13]
| Petrol engines[14][15][16] | |||||||||
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| Model | Year | Engine code | Displacement (cc, cu in) |
Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) (seconds) |
Top speed | Transmission | CO2 emissions (g/km) |
| 1.5 litre 8v 90[17][5] (petrol) |
2013– | 90 PS (66 kW; 89 bhp) | 140 N⋅m (103 lb⋅ft) | 5 speed manual | |||||
| 1.6 litre VTi 16v (petrol) | 2010– | EP6 | 1,587 (97) | 110 PS (81 kW; 108 bhp) | 142 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft) | 14 | 165 km/h (103 mph) | 5 speed manual | 220 |
| 1.6 litre VTi 16v (alcohol) | 2010– | EP6 | 1,587 (97) | 113 PS (83 kW; 111 bhp) | 155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) | 14 | 165 km/h (103 mph) | 5 speed manual | 220 |
| 1.6 litre VTi 120 (petrol) | 2013– | EP6 | 1,587 (97) | 115 PS (85 kW; 113 bhp) | 152 N⋅m (112 lb⋅ft) | 5 speed manual | |||
| 1.6 litre VTi 120 (alcohol) | 2013– | EP6 | 1,587 (97) | 122 PS (90 kW; 120 bhp) | 161 N⋅m (119 lb⋅ft) | 5 speed manual | |||
Restyling (AI58R; 2016)
In the end of 2015, a facelifted version of the C3 Aircross was introduced in South America as a model for 2016. The most significant changes are a new front end. The non-Aircross version (C3 Picasso) was dropped.
The name of the C3 Aircross was changed to Citroën Aircross.
In 2016, Citroën revealed a showcar based on the Aircross, called Aircross Beach Crosser.[18]
The production of the Aircross ended late 2020.[19]
Facelift (front view)
Facelift (rear view)
Reviews
Autoblog.com reviewed the C3 Aircross, giving a mostly negative review to aspects and features of the vehicle. The basic X model launched with no airbags, ABS, or temperature sensor; the last of which they consider to be a necessity in the hot Latin American climate. They criticised the boot, calling it awkward and complicated since it can only open once an arm carrying the spare tyre has been unlocked and swung out of the way, which increases the space required for parking.
Further, in their review, they complained that the dashboard mounted displays were difficult for the driver to see comfortably, echoing concerns CNET had when reviewing the C3 Picasso, where they called the displays "not particularly readable" and possibly dangerous to use while driving.[20]
Only one engine is available for the C3 Aircross; a 1.6-litre HDi used in other Citroën cars, including the Latin American market's C3 Picasso. Autoblog.com's review was favourable to it since it performed very well in the Aircross off-road, although it was noisy on road. They found no discernible issues with the suspension, which handled well on and off the road, traversing irregular terrain without issues.[10]
Overall, Autoblog.com considered the price of Arg$80,000 to be unrealistically high for the lack of features they considered to be essential, and when compared to rivals.[10][21]
| First generation (A88) | |
|---|---|
2019 Citroën C3 Aircross Flair | |
| Overview | |
| Also called | Citroën C4 Aircross (China) |
| Production | October 2017 – present |
| Assembly | Spain: Zaragoza (Opel España de Automóviles) China: (DPCA) |
| Designer | Frédéric Duvernier (exterior) Céline Manetta (interior) Pierre Icard (facelift, exterior)[22] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | PSA PF1 platform |
| Related | Opel Crossland Peugeot 2008 I |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual (2017–2020) 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase |
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| Length |
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| Width | 1,760 mm (69.3 in)[1] |
| Height | 1,640 mm (64.6 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Citroën C3 Picasso Citroën C4 Cactus |
The Citroën C3 Aircross for Europe is a subcompact crossover SUV from Citroën. Presented on 12 June 2017 in Paris, it has been marketed from October of the same year. The C3 Aircross was announced by the C-Aircross concept car, presented at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.
It shares its platform and many elements with its cousin the Opel Crossland X that replaces the Meriva, following the partnership between Groupe PSA and General Motors, which was first announced in 2012. Its style, directed by Pierre Authier, is in harmony with that of the new Citroën range: front double decker, "3D" lights. The C3 Aircross also offers numerous possibilities for customisation.
- Rear view
- Interior
Citroën C4 Aircross
In China, a long wheel base version is launched in 2018. It is known as the C4 Aircross (full name: Dongfeng Citroën Yunyi C4 Aircross). Its wheelbase at 2,655 mm is 11.5 centimetres longer which results into a length of 4,270 mm.[23] The Citroën C4 Aircross was prematurely discontinued in 2020 due to poor sales.[24]
- Citroën C4 Aircross (China)
Facelift
The model underwent a mid-life restyling through a facelift (inspired by CXperience concept), revealed in February 2021, with production starting in June that year.[25] The update includes sleeker, bolder headlights, revised grille and front bumper, along updated technology. The facelift brings different models.[26]
- 2021 Citroën C3 Aircross (Germany)
- Rear view (Germany)
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Powertrain
Pre-facelift models
Spec Model |
Engine | Power | Torque | Displacement | Top speed | Transmission | Acceleration (0-60/100) | Drive | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol models | |||||||||
| 1.2 Puretech 82[27] | 1.2 L EB2F Puretech I3 | 82 hp (61 kW; 83 PS) @ 5750 | 118 N⋅m (87 lb⋅ft) @ 2750 | 1,199 cc (1.2 L; 73.2 cu in) | 165 km/h (103 mph) | 5-speed manual | 14.0 sec | FWD | Nov 2017-Jul 2018 |
| 1.2 Puretech 110[28][29][30] | 1.2 L EB2DT/EB2DAT Puretech I3 turbo | 110 hp (82 kW; 112 PS) @ 5500 | 205 N⋅m (151 lb⋅ft) @ 1500 | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 10.2 sec | ||||
| 205 N⋅m (151 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 190 km/h (118 mph) | 6-speed manual | 10.1 sec | Jul 2018-Mar 2021 | |||||
| 205 N⋅m (151 lb⋅ft) @ 1500 | 183 km/h (114 mph) | 6-speed automatic | 10.6 sec | Nov 2017-Jul 2018 | |||||
| 1.2 Puretech 130[31][32] | 1.2 L EB2DTS Puretech I3 turbo | 130 hp (97 kW; 132 PS) @ 5500 | 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 200 km/h (124 mph) | 6-speed manual | 9.3 sec | Nov 2017-Jul 2018 | ||
| 195 km/h (121 mph) | 6-speed automatic | 9.3 sec | Oct 2019-Mar 2021 | ||||||
| Diesel models | |||||||||
| 1.5 BlueHDi 102[33] | 1.5 L DW5 BlueHDI I4 turbo | 102 hp (76 kW; 103 PS) @ 3500 | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 1,499 cc (1.5 L; 91.5 cu in) | 184 km/h (114 mph) | 6-speed manual | 10.8 sec | FWD | Aug 2018-Mar 2021 |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 120[34] | 1.5 L DW5 BlueHDI I4 turbo | 120 hp (89 kW; 122 PS) @ 3750 | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 6-speed automatic | 9.6 sec | |||
| 1.6 BlueHDi 99[35] | 1.6 L DW6 BlueHDi I4 turbo | 99 hp (74 kW; 100 PS) @ 3750 | 254 N⋅m (187 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 1,560 cc (1.6 L; 95.2 cu in) | 175 km/h (109 mph) 178 km/h (111 mph) (S&S) |
5-speed manual | 11.5 sec | Nov 2017-Jul 2018 | |
| 1.6 BlueHDi 120 S&S[36] | 120 hp (89 kW; 122 PS) @ 3500 | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 183 km/h (114 mph) | 6-speed manual | 9.8 sec | ||||
Facelift models
Spec Model |
Engine | Power | Torque | Displacement | Top speed | Transmission | Acceleration (0-60/100) | Drive | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol models | |||||||||
| 1.2 Puretech 110[37] | 1.2 L EB2ADT Puretech I3 turbo | 110 hp (82 kW; 112 PS) @ 5500 | 205 N⋅m (151 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 1,199 cc (1.2 L; 73.2 cu in) | 182 km/h (113 mph) | 6-speed manual | 10.1 sec | FWD | June 2021— |
| 1.2 Puretech 130[38] | 1.2 L EB2ADTS Puretech I3 turbo | 131 hp (98 kW; 133 PS) @ 5500 | 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 195 km/h (121 mph) | 6-speed automatic | 9.1 sec | |||
| Diesel models | |||||||||
| 1.5 BlueHDi 110[39] | 1.5 L DW5 BlueHDI I4 turbo | 110 hp (82 kW; 112 PS) @ 3750 | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 1,499 cc (1.5 L; 91.5 cu in) | 178 km/h (111 mph) | 6-speed manual | 10.7 sec | FWD | June 2021— |
| 1.5 BlueHDi 120[40] | 120 hp (89 kW; 122 PS) @ 3750 | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft) @ 1750 | 188 km/h (117 mph) | 6-speed automatic | 10.1 sec | ||||
Europe (2024)
The European second-generation C3 Aircross was unveiled in April 2024. It is built on the Smart Car Platform, and is a sister model to the Opel Frontera. The model will be available with petrol mild hybrid and battery electric powertrains.
Asia, Africa and Latin America (CC24; 2023)
| Second generation (CC24) | |
|---|---|
Second-generation Citroën C3 Aircross (Asian model) | |
| Overview | |
| Also called | Citroën Basalt (coupe) |
| Production | 2023–present |
| Assembly | India: Tiruvallur (Citroën India) Brazil: Porto Real (Stellantis do Brasil) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV 5-door coupe SUV (Basalt) |
| Platform | Smart Car Platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic[41] |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,671 mm (105.2 in) |
| Length | 4,323 mm (170.2 in) |
| Width | 1,796 mm (70.7 in) |
| Height | 1,669 mm (65.7 in) |
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Citroën launched a new generation of the C3 Aircross in India and Brazil on April 27, 2023.[42][43] The Indian model will be exported to Asian and African RHD markets. The Brazilian model is manufactured from October 2023 and exported to various Latin American markets.[44][45] It is much larger than its predecessor and features some design cues from the upcoming European model, which will use the same platform.[42]
It was showcased in Indonesia at the 30th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 10 August 2023.[41]
In January 2024, Citroën launched the automatic version of the C3 Aircross in India.[46]
Citroën Basalt
A coupe version called the Basalt was revealed as a show car in India and in Brazil on 27 March 2024.[47]
Brazilian C3 Picasso-based model
| Year | Brazil | Argentina | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3 Aircross | C3 Picasso | C3 Aircross | C3 Picasso | |
| 2010 | 4,244[48] | |||
| 2011 | 16,717[49] | 4,702[49] | 4,341[50] | 2,061[50] |
| 2012 | 11,931[51] | 9,111[51] | 3,910[52] | 3,263[52] |
| 2013 | 9,358[53] | 6,582[53] | 5,517[54] | 5,562[54] |
| 2014 | 7,294[55] | 3,688[55] | 2,450[56] | 2,944[56] |
| 2015 | 4,664[57] | 1,335[57] | 1,078[58] | 1,147[58] |
| 2016 | 7,464[59] | 14[59] | 3,924[60] | |
| 2017 | 8,316[61] | 5,180[62] | ||
| 2018 | 5,566[63] | 2,986[64] | ||
| 2019 | 2,806[65] | 1,396[66] | ||
| 2020 | 679[67] | 910[68] | ||
| 2021 | 49[69] | 576[70] | ||
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